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Antonia Mendyp, after a frustrated love affair and a series of unsatisfactory jobs, and Pierre Valais, haunted by the death of his talented young wife Claire, find comfort and relief in each other's companionship. Their bond grows into love, yet the memories of Pierre's former life threaten to isolate Antonia. The story examines whether the past will eclipse their newfound happiness or if love can prevail amid loss.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Iris Bromige
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